LALO vs. HAHO: What’s the Difference

In the world of skydiving, you may have heard acronyms like LALO and HAHO thrown around — especially in military or extreme expedition contexts. But what do they actually mean, and how do they compare to civilian skydiving experiences like the ones we offer at Skydive Chicago?

Let’s break it down.

What is LALO?

LALO stands for Low Altitude, Low Opening. This is a common jump method in the military, used to jump at low altitudes to deploy quickly and land precisely.